Organizers cancel Detroit Motorcycle City biker convention

A new Detroit event intended to bring thousands of motorcycle riders to the city is being postponed until next year.

Organizers of Detroit Motorcycle City, scheduled for July 6-9, announced today that ticket holders and exhibitors would get full refunds.

“As we reviewed the final stages of planning and production for the debut of a planned annual event, we determined that the best way to ensure a fantastic experience is to reschedule for next year. It was a tough decision," the event's coordinator, Matt Penniman, said in a news release.

“We’d like to thank the City of Detroit, Detroit Police Department, Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau, MEDC, hotels, exhibitors, and other partners who have all been very helpful and enthusiastic. All of the partners and sponsors we’ve spoken with remain excited for this event and have agreed to continue with the revised schedule.”